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Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025
Nordstrom Sale

23 Motherly-approved deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We browsed everything so you don't have to, and rounded up a selection of products we're more than willing to pay full price for.

Updated Jul. 14, 2025
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New mom compares postpartum in a Mexican vs. American household—and the difference is everything

She opens up about the stark contrast between her American mother’s approach to postpartum and that of her Mexican mother-in-law, and how that difference reshaped her understanding of what new mothers truly need.

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 16, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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“It can feel thankless—but it’s a really important job”: Chris Pratt on the emotional weight of stepparenting

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 16, 2025
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A neighbor, a hose, and a group of kids—this summer scene is melting hearts across the internet

In a world of curated family vacations and $500 birthday parties, this video gave us something far more precious.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
Uterine transplant

A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible

Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

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Here’s how you can help Texans affected by the winter weather emergency

Even if you're nowhere near the Lone Star State, you can help residents who are in crisis.

Updated Feb. 19, 2021
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Pfizer is launching a COVID-19 vaccine trial for pregnant women

t's the first clinical trial to involve expectant mothers and it's already underway.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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Texas parents are literally burning cribs + wooden toys to keep their kids warm

Across the state, parents are taking extreme measures to keep their kids safe.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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8 lies I believed about what parenting in a pandemic would be like—until we all lived it

#2: That I would be ready to send my kids back to school when it became a possibility.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Kim Kardashian & Kanye West are divorcing after six years of marriage

The end of their marriage doesn't mean the end of their family.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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Dear self, it’s ok to feel like motherhood is full of contradictions

I've never been more broken, and yet never been more complete.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Stop telling women how and what they share about their pregnancies

It happened again with Meghan Markle's pregnancy announcement, and it needs to stop.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These 19 photos show the scary reality many Texans are living through right now

Power outages, frigid temperatures and now warnings about contaminated water supplies.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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8 lies I believed about the terrible twos because everyone said they were the worst

That it's a stage parents should dread.

Updated Aug. 31, 2022
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This powerful photo of a breastfeeding ICU nurse in PPE reminds us how essential working moms really are

ICU nurse Mandi Tuhro snapped this photo of herself during a much-needed break.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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35+ royally-inspired baby names for your little majesty

For the littlest kings and queens.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The 10 best math toys for your preschooler

The best way to teach young ones math is to make it come to life.

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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11 best baby monitors to give you peace of mind

From high tech to the most basic models, these are the monitors worth checking out.

Updated Nov. 13, 2024
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Katy Perry gets candid about going back to work as a new mom

"Women are the most powerful beings on the planet."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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